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Prada’s APAC market sees ‘strong’ rebound in Q1
Prada’s APAC market sees ‘strong’ rebound in Q1
Retail sales were up by 22% during the quarter.
L'Oréal sees ‘strong double-digit’ growth in all zones except North Asia
This is due to a reduction of stock-in-trade in mainland China.
Why Athleisure's Pulse is Racing in Southeast Asia
When COVID-19 disrupted our lives a few years ago, consumers swapped their skinny jeans and trouser suits for comfy leggings and joggers and haven’t looked back since. Athleisure has taken the world by storm, and consumers in Southeast Asia love it.
SHEIN opens new global integrated marketplace
The SHEIN Marketplace will host domestic and international third-party sellers.
Watsons expands products under the Sustainable Choices scheme
There are now 8,000 products offered under the scheme.
China leads new stores opening in 2022
The country accounted for 41% of all stores that opened last year.
Brick-and-mortar stores catch up as spending shifts from online to offline
More than 71% of retailers in Asia Pacific plan to expand or add new stores in 2023, according to CBRE retail survey.
A decade in the game, MINISO aims to transform into a lifestyle super brand
China-based MINISO has over 5,400 stores, of which more than 2,000 are in global markets, and it’s still growing.
Out and about, Asia Pacific consumers seek tactile experiences
Retailers need to use their stores for brand storytelling and multifunctional purposes to engage customers.
How SHEIN cuts carbon emissions in its warehouses
The company aims to cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 25% in its value chain by 2030.
New products, rewards and payment methods could attract budget-conscious consumers
Experts cite brands’ ingenious strategies to draw customers like tapping into their interest in games and virtual reality.
Amazon to allow merchants to sell to EU marketplaces
The sellers can list their products in at least one of Amazon's stores in nine markets.
Hermès sales in Asia up 23% in Q1 2023
Sales were boosted by the Chinese New Year.
How Foodpanda approached the food delivery downtrend
Digitalisation strengthens Foodpanda’s partnerships with restaurants for personalised customer experience.
Sephora names SEA, Oceania & South Korea managing director
Jenny Cheah served as President of Greater China of Bulgari before moving to Sephora.
Australia, South Korea, and India are top markets for inbound duty-free shopping
Duty-free is sales to travellers of goods and products exempt from VAT.
Gen Zs can help turn inflation into opportunity: KPMG
Promotional strategies must be reset to attract 600 million Gen Zs through digital and human consumer experiences.
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